What is Fargate?
An AWS service that runs containers without you needing to manage the underlying servers.
Why It Matters
Fargate combines the flexibility of containers with the simplicity of serverless, so you focus on your app, not infrastructure.
Real-World Example
Running your Docker containers on Fargate without provisioning or managing any EC2 instances.
“Understanding terms like Fargate matters because it helps you have better conversations with developers and make smarter decisions about your software. You do not need to be technical. You just need to know enough to ask the right questions.”
Related Terms
Container
A lightweight, isolated package containing an application and everything it needs to run
Docker
A tool that packages your application and everything it needs to run into a standardised container
ECS (Elastic Container Service)
AWS's container orchestration service for running and managing Docker containers at scale.
Serverless
A way to run code without managing your own servers, where the cloud provider handles everything
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Related Terms
Serverless
A way to run code without managing your own servers, where the cloud provider handles everything
Docker
A tool that packages your application and everything it needs to run into a standardised container
Container
A lightweight, isolated package containing an application and everything it needs to run
ECS (Elastic Container Service)
AWS's container orchestration service for running and managing Docker containers at scale.
Server
A computer that runs continuously to handle requests, store data, and serve your application to users
Edge Functions
Code that runs on servers close to your users around the world, rather than in one central location